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nummyann

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Cortisol is a principal steroid hormone that regulates carbohydrates, proteins, and fat metabolism.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The medical term for hardening of the arteries is:
 
  A) atherosclerosis.
  B) angiostenosis.
  C) arteriosclerosis.
  D) atheroma.


mammy1697

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation:
A) Atherosclerosis is hardening of the arteries due to fatty deposits.
B) Angiostenosis is abnormal narrowing of a blood vessel.
C) Correct.
D) An atheroma is an arterial tumor that contains a fatty substance.


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